Scheduled MonumentsEnglandProspect tower 230m south of King's School

Prospect tower 230m south of King's School

England
List entry 1019895
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prospect Tower is a round brick tower located approximately 230 metres south of King's School in Somerset, England. The tower dates to the 18th century and was constructed as a folly or ornamental structure typical of the period's architectural fashion. It survives as a distinctive landscape feature and represents the broader Georgian enthusiasm for decorative towers and monuments in designed parkland settings. The structure is recorded as an ancient monument reflecting its historical significance to the local area's development and architectural heritage.

Prospect tower 230m south of King's School is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019895. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Prospect tower 230m south of King's School?

Prospect Tower is a round brick tower located approximately 230 metres south of King's School in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019895.

Who is responsible for protecting Prospect tower 230m south of King's School?

Prospect tower 230m south of King's School is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1019895.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prospect tower 230m south of King's School?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Augustinian priory, later abbey and associated pillow mound, at King's School (0.1 km), The Packhorse Bridge 100m north west of the Church of St Mary (0.4 km), Medieval bridge 100m south west of Wyke House (2.7 km).

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